Determination of process parameters, chemical composition and antioxidant activity of Calycolpus goetheanus (O. Berg) extract obtained by supercritical CO2

This pioneering study is the first to explore the extraction of Calycolpus goetheanus using supercritical carbon dioxide (scCO2), novel approach to harnessing the bioactive potential of this Amazonian species. By examining extractions under varying temperatures (35 and 45 °C) and pressures (150, 250...

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Published in:The Journal of supercritical fluids Vol. 216; p. 106443
Main Authors: Mota, Rafael V., da Silva, Nayara J.N., Menezes, Eduardo G.O., de Carvalho, Maria Eduarda F., Pinheiro, Jean M.L., da Silva, Diego A., Andrade, Eloisa H. de A., de Carvalho Junior, Raul N.
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier B.V 01-02-2025
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Summary:This pioneering study is the first to explore the extraction of Calycolpus goetheanus using supercritical carbon dioxide (scCO2), novel approach to harnessing the bioactive potential of this Amazonian species. By examining extractions under varying temperatures (35 and 45 °C) and pressures (150, 250, and 350 bar), the research not only evaluates the yields but also uncovers significant differences in chemical composition and antioxidant activity compared to traditional hydrodistillation. Notably, the highest yield (2.11 ± 0.07 %) was achieved under 45 °C and 350 bar conditions, where n-heneicosane (34.26 %) was the dominant compound, alongside δ-cadinene, α-terpineol, and other important terpenes and fatty alcohols. The scCO2 extracts demonstrated superior antioxidant activity compared to hydrodistillation, highlighting the method's ability to preserve and concentrate bioactive compounds. This research advances the field by showcasing scCO2 as a greener and more efficient extraction technique, with potential applications in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and nutraceuticals, opening new pathways for the sustainable exploitation of Amazonian biodiversity. [Display omitted] •First research to report extraction of Calycolpus goetheanus using scCO2.•Plant extracts were produced by hydrodistillation and supercritical extraction.•Extraction with different operating conditions of pressure and temperature.•scCO2 extraction produced a unique chemical profile with n-Heneicosane.•Extracts obtained by scCO2 demonstrated superior antioxidant activity compared to HD.
ISSN:0896-8446
DOI:10.1016/j.supflu.2024.106443